Our family is deeply saddened to announce the unexpected passing of Mr. Dell Lee Johnson, age 72, on Sunday, January 27, 2019. He was the son of the late Leroy and Rebecca Lenoir. Dell was born January 8, 1947, in Port Gibson, MS. Dell graduated from Reeths-Puffer High School in 1965. In order to preserve the freedom and sovereignty of this great Nation during the Vietnam War, Dell served two tours of duty in the United States Military. He suffered an injury in battle and was awarded the Purple Heart. His family, friends, and the citizens of this country are forever grateful for his service. After an honorable discharge, Dell made his home in Muskegon, MI, where he enjoyed racing and working on cars, fishing on his boat, and hanging out with his grandchildren and friends. He loved and cherished his three children: Jacqueline (Lovely) Jamison; Tesha (Michael) Hall; and Charles Thomas. Dell also leaves to treasure his memory five grandchildren: Jailon and Jalece Jamison; Tre’Vonte and Maylasia Hall; and Jacqueline Thomas. Along with his children and grandchildren, Dell leaves to mourn his passing six siblings: Verna (Ronald) Rose; Lerinder Williams; Steven Lenoir; Marchetta Roelse; Kelvin (Daye) Lenoir; and Bryan Lenoir and a host of nieces and nephews. Dell was preceded in death by his parents, Leroy and Rebecca Lenoir; two brothers, Don Lenoir and Ernest Lenoir; and one sister, Brenda Lou Lenoir. The interment will be 11:00 AM Friday, February 1, 2019 at Fort Custer National Cemetery, 15501 Dickman Road in Augusta, MI 49012 with Ronald R. Rose officiating. A Celebration of Life Memorial will be announced at a later date. To send flowers or a memorial gift to the family of Dell Lee Johnson please visit our Sympathy Store.
Our most sincere sympathies to the family and friends of Dell Lee Johnson January 8 1947 January 27 2019.
Vanzantwick Bartels & Kammeraad Funeral Homes Inc
Death notice for the town of: Grand Haven, state: Michigan